Director of Growth - NGA Programs

We are seeking a highly skilled Growth Director with a strong ability to assume Program Manager (PM) responsibilities upon contract award. The ideal candidate will lead strategic efforts to expand company opportunities within the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) while ensuring programmatic and contractual success under future awarded contracts & Task Orders (TO). The role combines business development expertise with technical management capabilities, aligning with NGA priorities, capabilities, and growth opportunities.

The Growth Director will spearhead business development and lead proposal efforts while concurrently preparing to manage future program execution. Key responsibilities include interfacing with NGA leadership, and engaging with industry partners, preparing technical responses/proposals, and supporting the NGA GEOINT mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development and Growth

• Develop and execute growth strategies to expand presence and opportunities within NGA. 
• Leverage existing industry and client relationships to identify and secure new opportunities. 
• Participate in capture and proposal development, leading solution sessions and providing voice of client (VOC) for NGA-related contracts, including RFI and source-sought responses, white papers, and presentations. 
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences, showcasing the organization’s innovative solutions. 
• Identify and pursue Systems Engineering, R&D, AI/ML, and MBSE opportunities aligned to NGA’s mission and emerging technologies. 
• Collaborate with internal teams to align technical offerings to customer needs. 

Customer Engagement and Strategic Alignment

• Ensure alignment with NGA’s Vision, Planning, Programs, and Agency Priorities. 
• Maintain programmatic health and status updates through Quarterly Program Reviews and other required reports. 
• Actively support NGA and IC Steering Groups, Advisory Groups, and Governance Boards. 
• Provide advanced program management expertise in lean six-sigma strategies, Agile/Waterfall methodologies, and MBSE best practices. 

Required:

• Security Clearance: Must possess and have the ability to maintain an active TS/SCI with polygraph.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or STEM-related fields. 
• Experience: 16+ years in business development with a focus on government or GOVCON. Proven track record of successful growth and program execution in the NGA space. 
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of Systems Engineering lifecycle, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), AI/ML applications, and GEOINT systems. 
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage people and oversee complex projects or TOs, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and timely execution. 
• Certifications: PMP or DAWIA Level III Program Management certification (or equivalent). 

Preferred:

• Education: Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or STEM-related fields. 
• Knowledge of NGA mission, tools, and technologies, as well as geospatial intelligence contributions to the IC. 
• Experience in tailoring Agile and Waterfall methodologies to program and customer requirements. 
• Familiarity with cloud-based technologies, structured and unstructured Big Data, automation, and Artificial Intelligence technologies. 
• Extensive network within the NGA and related government/industry stakeholders. 

About the Role:

The selected candidate will bridge business development and program management responsibilities. As a Growth Director, you will help position the organization for success within NGA opportunities, leveraging your expertise and relationships to secure major contracts. Upon contract award, transition seamlessly into an operational program management role, leading the execution of contracts/TOs while aligning with agency priorities and objectives.

If you are an ambitious leader with a unique combination of business acumen and technical expertise, we encourage you to apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.